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Chemung County Sheriff’s Office participating in DEA Drug Take Back Day on April 25

Wednesday, April 15 by Pat McDonald

The Chemung County Sheriff’s Office will participate in a national Drug Take Back Day later this month. The collection will take place at the West Elmira Volunteer Fire Department and Southport Volunteer Fire Department from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25. Chemung County... Read More.

Firefighters put out fire at Elmira homeless encampment

Wednesday, April 15 by Pat McDonald

Firefighters put out a fire at a homeless encampment on Sunday. The fire was reported in a wooded area behind the Dandy Mini Mart on East Church Street just after 4:30 pm on Sunday. Firefighters were able to put out the blaze quickly before it spread... Read More.

Corning Street Tree Project plants 100th tree

Wednesday, April 15 by Pat McDonald

A volunteer-led tree planting program in Corning reached a milestone this week. The Corning Street Tree Project, which was founded in 2017, planted its 100th tree on Tuesday. The group is planting trees this week in Corning. Look for more information at corningtrees.sprout.site.

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Guthrie honored with 2026 Modern Healthcare Innovator Award

Tuesday, April 14 by Pat McDonald

The Guthrie Clinic has been named a recipient of the 2026 Modern Healthcare Innovator Award, recognizing the system’s Pulse Center as a nationally innovative model transforming rural healthcare delivery. The Modern Healthcare Innovator Awards honor organizations that advance healthcare through bold, measurable innovation. Guthrie earned this distinction for its Pulse Center,... Read More.

Bath man charged after allegedly holding woman against her will

Tuesday, April 14 by Pat McDonald

A Bath man is facing charges after he allegedly held a woman against her will. According to the Bath Police Department, 41-year-old Anthony Truax has been charged with rape in the first degree, a Class B felony, and misdemeanor counts of unlawful imprisonment and resisting... Read More.

Volunteers needed for Elmira Downtown Cleanup event

Tuesday, April 14 by Pat McDonald

Volunteers are wanted to help with the annual Elmira Downtown Cleanup next month. Every year, the Elmira Downtown Development group joins the Elmira Kiwanis Club, city officials, residents and business owners to kick off the spring season with a downtown cleanup event. Volunteers will meet at... Read More.

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Harris Hill Amusement Park opens for season

Monday, April 13 by Pat McDonald

The Harris Hill Amusement Park has opened for the 2026 season. The park features batting cages, mini golf, an arcade, go-karts, rides and more. Harris Hill is currently open from noon to 8 pm on Saturdays and Sundays, and 5 to 8 pm during the week. The... Read More.

Battle of the Bands to return to Chemung County Fairgrounds

Monday, April 13 by Pat McDonald

The annual Battle of the Bands will return to the Chemung County Fairgrounds this summer. Presented by 94 Rock and the Chemung County Fair, the annual competition will begin with preliminary rounds on Saturday, July 18 and Saturday, July 25. The finals will be held during... Read More.

Chik-Fil-A set to move into old TGI Fridays in Big Flats

Friday, April 10 by Pat McDonald

A Chik-Fil-A is set to open in the Town of Big Flats. The national chain is expected to open a store in the former TGI Fridays building in Big Flats Consumer Square Plaza. The company is still working through the approval process to bring the popular... Read More.

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Cars damaged in fire at Arnot Mall

Friday, April 10 by Pat McDonald

Multiple vehicles were damaged in a fire on Wednesday evening in the Arnot Mall parking lot. The fire started at around 6:30 pm on Wednesday. One vehicle caught fire in the parking lot and spread to other cars. Three cars suffered damage during the incident. No injuries have... Read More.

Best of the Eagles show set for Saturday at LECOM Event Center

Friday, April 10 by Pat McDonald

The LECOM Event Center will host the Best of the Eagles tribute band this weekend. The concert will be held on Saturday at the arena. Doors will open at 6. Bad Bear will open the show at 6:30 before the Best of the Eagles take the... Read More.

NY State Police participating in distracted driving enforcement campaign

Thursday, April 9 by Pat McDonald

The New York State Police is participating in a national distracted driving enforcement campaign. Troopers will conduct targeted enforcement details focused on drivers using electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle. The state police will utilize both marked state police vehicle and concealed identity traffic enforcement... Read More.

Elmira-Corning

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office participating in DEA Drug Take Back Day on April 25

Firefighters put out fire at Elmira homeless encampment

Corning Street Tree Project plants 100th tree

Guthrie honored with 2026 Modern Healthcare Innovator Award

Bath man charged after allegedly holding woman against her will

Volunteers needed for Elmira Downtown Cleanup event

Harris Hill Amusement Park opens for season

Battle of the Bands to return to Chemung County Fairgrounds

Chik-Fil-A set to move into old TGI Fridays in Big Flats

Cars damaged in fire at Arnot Mall

Best of the Eagles show set for Saturday at LECOM Event Center

NY State Police participating in distracted driving enforcement campaign

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